Poynter Online - Convergence Chaser Research presented at AEJMC confirms that writing skills are number one in what news managers look for in hiring, followed by "multimedia production." One the other side of the desk, reporters put "technology, CAR (computer-assisted writing) and visual production" on their skill wish lists. I see a way for Columbia's J Dept. to help its faculty, help reporters and bring in some much needed revenue-- Workshops on CAR and Visual production and Journalist Multimedia Skillset. Look for formal proposals for workshops based on "what I learned at Newsplex" plus what I have been teaching. We can link up with other departments to add some high end tech tips. Got to go cogitate and propose....